| 36 × 22 × 43 cm |
Beethoven was stubborn. Eccentric. At times unbearable. He ignored conventions, scolded aristocrats, and roamed Vienna with hair that looked as if he had just rolled out of bed — which was probably true more often than not.
But Beethoven was also a man of conviction. Someone who brushed aside etiquette with a shrug and devoted himself to art instead. And he held strong ethical beliefs: to serve humanity through his music.
How would he — if he lived today — react to his glass counterpart? He would probably shake his head and grumble. Or laugh. Or both at once.
But there is one thing he might have appreciated: the craftsmanship. The way light flows through mouth-blown glass. How the colors blend into each other. How that wonderfully unruly hairstyle was shaped. He would have asked: How did they do that?
That kind of respect for craftsmanship — he would have understood. The dedication required before art can take shape.
LUDWIG is not a bird for the quiet background. He is a personality. A character who stands as confidently as if he were about to announce a symphony at any moment. The expressive crest, the alert gaze and the bold colors make it clear right away: this is an object with presence.
Whether in the living room, on the terrace or nestled between leaves and grasses in the garden: LUDWIG has a special kind of presence that transforms a space without raising his voice. The mouth-blown glass softens the light into a warm glow, making LUDWIG not just eye-catching but mood-setting — indoors and out.
LUDWIG is not a decorative accessory. He is a housemate. A conversation starter. An object as honest as its design — uncomplicated, full of character and pleasantly grounding. For everyone who loves and admires art, but without the “necessary seriousness.”
For art lovers, design enthusiasts or anyone who enjoys the extraordinary. LUDWIG tells stories — and will certainly spark new ones.
Height: 43 cm
Width: 36 cm
Depth: 22 cm
Materials: blown glass, powder coated steel
Collection: OUTDOOR OBJECTS, special edition
Handcrafted, each glass object is unique
In the summer of 2019, Stani Jan Borowski’s ODD BIRDS hatched successfully from glowing glass for the very first time. In 2020, a second brood of charismatic characters followed—each one falling out of the societal nest of “normality.” All of them are outsiders, outcasts, misunderstood, black sheep or eccentrics who made it to world fame. They captivate us, fascinate us and move us. Why? Perhaps because they ask us to stand by ourselves and courageously go our own way.
Here you can see the video produced by Stani Jan Borowski in the glass manufactory for the presentation of his "second brood".
Every „Odd Bird“ is a real TYPE with its own character traits. A selection of these birds can be seen in the Borowski Gallery Düsseldorf. Paul Hilgärtner is in charge of our showroom and looks forward to helping you decide on these special objects.
Berliner Allee 23
40212 Düsseldorf
Germany
Tel.: 0049 (0)211 322520
Email: duesseldorf@borowski-gallery.com
Every outdoor space is enhanced by light – it creates a sense of safety and adds a special atmosphere.
Our light objects are designed as outdoor sculptures and easily withstand the effects of wind and weather all year round. Of course, they can also be used indoors.
Add a touch of enchantment to your favorite spot in the garden or on your balcony! Whether as a cheerful eye-catcher among your flower beds, a striking art piece on the lawn, or playfully placed in a tree or on your house wall – there are no limits to your creativity. In summer, they invite you to linger with their ambient glow. In winter, they defy frost and darkness, bringing cheer with their vibrant colors and warm light.
The light objects come with a 6-meter outdoor cable.
Bulbs are included.
Each object shown here reflects the craftsmanship of our glassmakers. What appears lighthearted, playful, and full of color is in fact created through a demanding and often physically challenging production process. Today, only a small number of people and glass studios worldwide still master the traditional art of glassmaking.
At the Borowski Glass Studio, nearly all known techniques of hot and cold glassworking can be applied. This exceptional range of possibilities allows our artists to continuously develop new ideas and bring even highly ambitious, experimental visions to life in glass.
The brothers Stani-Jan, Wiktor, and Pawel Borowski learned to work with the blowpipe and molten glass from the ground up. While Wiktor primarily oversees sales, Pawel and Stani-Jan still work daily at the furnace in the glass studio themselves.
As each object is mouth-blown and traditionally handcrafted, slight variations in color, shape, and size are unavoidable. Small air inclusions in the glass are characteristic features of genuine handcrafted studio glass and should not be regarded as flaws, but rather as signs of its individual production process.
The friendly figures and characters of the OUTDOOR OBJECTS ensure “fabulous” encounters in gardens and parks – in the true sense of the word. As if from another world chameleons, birds, armadillos, and all sorts of creatures appear – bringing a little piece of their world into our own. The OUTDOOR OBJECTS create a wonderful link to their environment – inviting their owners to smile, dream and linger. These highly individual, happy visitors will enliven your garden or balcony and give your favourite spot a very special magic.
The OUTDOOR OBJECTS are weatherproof and can stand outside all year long. All these art objects are handmade and hand blown with the utmost care.
When fastening your object, you should make sure that it stands securely and does not wibble or tip over, even in wind or knocks. Use the mounting eyelets we provide for this purpose. Position your object so that it is safe from falling rocks or braking branches. Keep in mind that the objects are very heavy due to their quality and protruding parts (e.g. beaks, eyes, ears, tails, crowns) are not suitable as handles.
Delivery is available to the following countries: Belgium, Bulgaria, Germany, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Greece, Ireland, Italy, Croatia, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Austria, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Sweden, Switzerland, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Czech Republic, Hungary, and Cyprus.
For delivery options to the United Kingdom, please contact us directly: Tel: +49 (0)2223 9054811 | Email: info@borowski-glas.de
Shipping to the mentioned delivery areas is free of charge!
Please note that deliveries to countries outside the EU may incur customs and import fees for which the buyer is responsible.
The goods will be dispatched after confirmed receipt of payment.
Delivery times are 2-3 working days, 2-3 weeks or 4-6 weeks depending on the product and stock. Please refer to the information on the respective product page for the delivery time.
Deliveries outside the EU may be delayed by customs.
We attach great importance to the packaging and transport security of our glass art works. Nevertheless, please check the delivery upon receipt for any transport damage and let us know immediately!
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